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Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 25 June 2025
Salary: £500 to £600 per week
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 25 July 2025
Location: CB2 1AA
Remote working: On-site only
Company: KPI RECRUITING LTD
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: MWGRADSECTACAM2506-30266

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Summary

Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant – Cambridge

Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Up to £600 per week | Full-time

Are you graduating in 2025 with a 2:1 or above from a Russell Group or Top 20 UK university?

Are you enthusiastic about education and eager to gain hands-on classroom experience before beginning a teacher training programme?

A number of well-regarded secondary schools across Cambridge, all part of a growing and respected Multi Academy Trust, are offering an excellent opportunity for high-achieving graduates to join as Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistants from September 2025.

This paid, full-time role offers valuable experience working alongside skilled educators, supporting students, and developing a deep understanding of life in a successful secondary school.

Subject Areas of High Demand:

  • Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)


  • Mathematics


  • Modern Foreign Languages (Spanish preferred; some French)


  • Geography


  • Nutrition / Food Technology


  • English


  • History


    What You’ll Gain:

    • A paid, full-time position earning up to £600 per week


    • Start date: September 2025


    • First-hand experience across a group of well-connected Cambridge secondary schools


    • Supportive mentoring, structured training, and guidance from experienced educators


    • Classroom-based learning designed to prepare you for a future in teaching


    • Opportunities for career development, including pathways into teacher training


      Key Responsibilities:

      • Supporting teaching and learning in your subject area or across the wider curriculum


      • Working with students individually or in small groups to support engagement and progress


      • Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation


      • Helping maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment


      • Gaining insights into school operations, teaching strategies, and educational best practice


        Who We’re Looking For:

        • Final-year students or recent graduates with a 2:1 or above


        • Ideally from a Russell Group or Top 20 UK university


        • A genuine passion for education and supporting young people


        • Proactive, enthusiastic, and reliable individuals


        • Strong interest in one or more of the subject areas listed above


        • Previous experience working with young people (e.g., tutoring, coaching, mentoring) is beneficial, but not essential


          Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

          Ready to Apply?

          If you're ready to make a difference in schools and lay the foundation for a successful teaching career, we’d love to hear from you.

          Click ‘Apply Now’ or send your CV and a brief cover letter to Miranda at KPI Education to find out more.

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